Monthly Reader Survey

Each month, I ask my readers a question or two. Sometimes, my questions are random fun things that have nothing to do with books. Other queries are about reading and writing. Join in the fun and answer this month's survey. The results (and a new survey) will be shared later in the month.

Monthly Reader Survey

Each month, I ask my readers a question or two. Sometimes, my questions are random fun things that have nothing to do with books. Other queries are about reading and writing. Join in the fun and answer this month's survey. The results (and a new survey) will be shared later in the month.

Survey - April 2025 - Hardcover - With or without dust jacket

Creepy Crawlies

I was walking my dogs along the neighborhood greenway, minding my own business, when I felt a sudden, stabbing pain.

For no discernible reason, a wasp stung my ankle. My best guess is he was just letting his best waspy attitude rule the day (and ruin mine).

Thanks to a mild allergy to insect venom, I got the full treatment: swelling, throbbing pain, and an itch so insatiable I could’ve sanded my skin off. That last one—the tingling need to scratch—lasts for days.

Just two weeks earlier, I’d felt something crawling up my leg and discovered a tick had hitchhiked home with us. And if I found one? I became convinced a dozen more were slinking unseen across my skin.

These two charming encounters inspired this month’s survey question. Apologies in advance for the phantom crawling sensation you now feel.

As we enter the summer months (at least in the Northern Hemisphere), the creepy crawlies are out in full force. If you had the power to banish one from ever bothering you again, which would it be?

Privacy Note - I value my subscribers and do all I can to protect your privacy. These answers will be used exclusively by me and will not be shared with anyone except in aggregate (no personal identifying information) in next month's newsletter.

Previous Reader Surveys

Great Potato Salad Debate Survey Results

Great Potato Salad Debate

June 2, 2025 |

Perfect weather in Asheville calls for outdoor dining. When asked which kind of potato salad reigns supreme, readers delivered spirited opinions.

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Survey - Dust Jackets on Hardcover Books

Dust Jackets on Hardcover Books

April 30, 2025 |

Hardcover books can come with a dust jacket or the information printed direct on the cloth cover. Which do you prefer?

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April Fools' Pranks

April Fools’ Pranks

March 30, 2025 |

With April Fools’ day rapidly approaching, you shared your opinion of the annual day of jokes along with some of your favorite pranks.

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Survey Results - Too Hot or Too Cold?

Too Hot or Too Cold

March 2, 2025 |

Despite a frigid January here in Asheville, I remained firm in my conviction that being too hot is worse than being cold. Do readers agree?

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Goals or Resolutions

January 30, 2025 |

As the calendar flips to a new year, I asked readers whether they set annual goals, make New Year’s resolutions, or something else.

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Favorite Holiday Specials

December 22, 2024 |

December is known for so many TV and movie events, so I asked my readers what their favorite holiday specials were.

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Reading in the Dark

November 28, 2024 |

Wintry weather makes for perfect reading, but darkness falls so early. I asked my readers their preferred solution to reading in the dark.

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Favorite School Subject

November 3, 2024 |

Seeing kids walk to school daily, I wondered what were their—and your—favorite school subjects in your student life.

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Favorite Part of Autumn

September 1, 2024 |

Autumn is one of my favorite seasons of the year. Deciding my most revered part, though, is challenging, so I asked what you like best.

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Staying Cool in the Summer Heat

August 4, 2024 |

Even here in Asheville, summer has been relentlessly hot, so I asked how you’re staying cool in the summer heat. Check out the replies.

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Favorite Summer Song - D.K. Wall Reader Survey Results

Favorite Summer Song

July 5, 2024 |

Summer conjures memories of carefree days with friends, riding bikes, and listening to the radio. What are your favorite summer songs?

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Should restaurants sing happy birthday

Should Restaurants Do The Birthday Serenade?

June 3, 2024 |

Survey results: 50% dislike birthday serenades in restaurants, 25% enjoy watching others squirm, and some love the attention. Read more!

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